Written question asked by James Brokenshire (Conservative) on Monday, 28 April 2008, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 30 April 2008. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Wednesday, 7 May 2008 on behalf of the Home Office.

Young People: Crime Prevention

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families what steps he is taking to engage young people and members of the public in the preparation of the Youth Crime Action Plan.

Answer: I have been asked to reply.The views of the public and young people are central to the development of the Youth Crime Action Plan. Young people are often the group most concerned about crime and are frequently victims.In May we are planning a series of seminars with young people to engage with them and ask for views on the work being done on the Youth Crime Action Plan.The Home Office and Design Alliance are also consulting young people about staying safe as part of their joint work on the Technology and Design Alliance. The alliance is working with Government to raise the profile of the role that design can play in combating crime and antisocial behaviour.We have also been taking into account views of both young people and members of the public through qualitative research being undertaken by the Department of Children, Schools and Families exploring how best to tackle negative perceptions of young people. The results are being used to ensure the Youth Crime Action Plan tackles issues of importance to members of the public and young people and helps to address concerns regarding young people's behaviour.

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